Monks creating sand mandala in Indiana

A group of Buddhist monks from Tibet is creating a sacred sand mandala at Franklin College as part of a cultural exchange organized by the school.

The monks are spending six days tapping colored sand into an intricate design that will serve as a symbol of unity, hope and peace.

They also will perform stories from Tibetan folklore and play traditional instruments.

A sand mandala created by visiting monks in 2011 is displayed in the college's Neapolitan Student Center. A mandala depicts the holy images of the Buddhist religion. The monks slowly tap bits of sand onto a raised platform, eventually creating a unique design.

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Monks creating sand mandala in Indiana

A group of Buddhist monks from Tibet is creating a sacred sand mandala at Franklin College as part of a cultural exchange organized by the school.